Pay Ellis County Property Tax Using the Right Official Portal
Start here if you need to search your bill, pay online, call the tax office, visit Waxahachie, Red Oak, Ennis or Midlothian, or avoid a delinquent tax mistake.
The Ellis County Tax Collector function is handled by the Ellis County Tax Assessor-Collector. The official tax office is led by Richard Rozier. The main property tax office is at 302 N Monroe Street, Waxahachie, TX 75165. Call 972-825-5150. Office hours are posted as Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-4:30 pm. Property tax statements are sent in October, taxes are due on receipt, and January 31 is the last day to pay before delinquency. Penalty and interest begin February 1.
What the Ellis County Tax Collector Office Handles
In Ellis County, Texas, property tax collection is handled by the Ellis County Tax Assessor-Collector. The office collects taxes, processes property tax payments, helps with payment options and provides tax account assistance.
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Most people searching for “Ellis County Tax Collector” want one of four things: pay property taxes, search a bill, find office hours and locations, or fix a delinquent payment issue. This guide puts those actions first because taxpayers do not want a long explanation before finding the official portal.
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The important distinction is simple. Use the Ellis County Tax Office for payment, property tax account balance, payment receipt, payment agreement, delinquency, tax sale and tax certificate questions. Use the Ellis Appraisal District for appraised value, ownership records, mailing address corrections, exemptions, protest deadlines and taxable value questions.
Use Tax Office for payment
Property tax payment, payment account search, tax receipt, partial payment, payment agreement, delinquent tax roll, tax sale and tax certificate questions.
Use Appraisal District for value
Owner name, mailing address, homestead exemption, appraisal value, protest deadline, CAD reference number and appraisal record corrections.
Use motor vehicle office for title/registration
The Tax Assessor-Collector also provides vehicle services, but property tax payment and vehicle title work are separate tasks.
How to Pay Ellis County Property Taxes Online
Use the official Ellis County Tax Office Search and Pay Taxes portal. Search your account first, confirm the correct property, then pay only after the account clearly matches your bill.
The online portal lets you search for any account whose property taxes are collected by the Ellis County Tax Office. The portal supports owner name, property address, account number, owner ID and CAD reference number search options. If online payments are temporarily unavailable, the portal still helps you search the account and confirm what is owed before using mail or in-person payment.
Before paying, match the property address, owner name, account number, tax year and amount. Many Texas property tax mistakes happen when a taxpayer pays the wrong account, searches with the CAD number but misunderstands the Tax Office account number, or assumes a mortgage company already paid.
Open the official Search and Pay Taxes portal
Start from EllisTaxOffice.com or the official ACTWeb Ellis County portal. Avoid ads or duplicate payment pages that are not linked from the official office.
Search by the best detail you have
Use owner name, property address, account number, owner ID or CAD reference number. Owner names are typically recorded last name first.
Confirm the account before payment
Match the property address, owner name, account number, tax year, taxing units, balance and delinquency status before paying.
Review payment method and confirmation
If online payment is available, review the payment method, processor fee, tax year and confirmation page before submitting.
Save proof immediately
Save your confirmation number, screenshot, payment date, account number and amount. If you pay by mail, keep a check copy and proof of mailing.
Search and pay Ellis County taxes
Use the official Ellis County ACTWeb portal for property tax account search and online payment when available.
Open Search & Pay PortalEllis County Property Tax Office
Use the official property tax page for tax deadlines, payment agreements, tax sales, tax rates and delinquent tax roll links.
Open Property PageHow to Search an Ellis County Property Tax Account Before Paying
Search carefully before payment because the Tax Office account number, CAD reference number and owner ID can be different.
The Ellis County payment portal explains that the CAD reference number is the property account number used by the Appraisal District, and it may be different from the property account number used by the Tax Office. The portal also explains that the owner ID number is an owner reference number used by the Appraisal District and is different from the Tax Office property account number.
Owner name search
Search last name first, such as “Smith Mary.” Try a spouse name, business name, trust name or prior owner if the property recently changed ownership.
Property address search
Use the street number and main street name. Avoid terms like street, lane, boulevard or similar designations because the Appraisal District may abbreviate them.
Account or CAD search
Use the Tax Office account number if you have it. If you only have the CAD reference number, understand that it may differ from the Tax Office account number.
Verify before payment
- Owner name
- Property location
- Tax Office account number
- CAD reference number
- Tax year
- Balance and payment status
Use lookup when…
- You did not receive a statement.
- You want to confirm escrow payment.
- You need a receipt or balance.
- You are checking prior-year taxes.
- You need to make a partial payment.
- You want to avoid paying the wrong account.
Ellis County Tax Collector Office Hours, Address and Phone Numbers
Ellis County Tax Office locations are posted with Monday-Friday hours from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. The main office is in Waxahachie.
Waxahachie Main Office
Main Tax Assessor-Collector contact
Branch Offices
Use the nearest office for many payment needs
Before you drive to an office
Call first if the issue involves a payment agreement, delinquent account, tax sale, tax certificate, wrong account payment, mortgage escrow mistake or current-year tax payment that must be applied to a specific tax year.
How to Pay Ellis County Property Taxes by Mail or in Person
You can pay at the Ellis County tax offices or mail payment to the Ellis County Tax Assessor-Collector. Include a copy of your statement when possible.
Pay at tax office locations
Ellis County lists payment locations in Waxahachie, Red Oak, Ennis and Midlothian. Bring your tax statement or account number.
Mail payment
Mail property tax payment to: Ellis County Tax Assessor-Collector, P.O. Drawer 188, Waxahachie, TX 75168.
Write account details on your check
Ellis County’s FAQ says to enclose a copy of your statement and write the Property ID and phone number on your check.
Mail-payment checklist
- Use the correct mailing address: P.O. Drawer 188, Waxahachie, TX 75168.
- Enclose a copy of your property tax statement if available.
- Write the Property ID on your check.
- Write your phone number on your check.
- Indicate the tax year if you are trying to apply payment to a specific year.
- Check the account later to confirm posting.
Ellis County Property Tax Due Dates, Penalty and Interest
Ellis County says statements are sent in October, taxes are due on receipt, and January 31 is the last day to pay before the delinquency date.
October 1
The current collection period begins. Tax bills are mailed on October 1 or as soon as possible after that date.
January 31
This is the last day to pay taxes before delinquency. The first payment for certain quarter-payment plans is also due by this date.
February 1
Penalty and interest begin on unpaid taxes. Penalty begins at 6% and increases monthly to a maximum of 12% in July; interest accrues at 1% per month.
July 1
Delinquent accounts for the current year are turned over to tax attorneys for collection, and a collection penalty of up to 20% may be added.
If you did not receive a tax statement
Ellis County’s FAQ says that if you have not received your statement by mid-November, it is your responsibility to obtain one from a tax location or online. Not receiving a bill does not remove the duty to pay on time.
Do not wait until January 31 afternoon
Payment method problems, wrong account searches, online portal status, mail delay, branch office wait times and mortgage escrow confusion can all create risk. Search your account early and save proof of payment.
Ellis County Payment Agreements, Partial Payments and Quarter Payments
Ellis County lists several payment options, including one-time payment, partial payment, quarter payment plans for qualified owners and residential homestead agreements for certain delinquent taxes.
One-time payment
Available to all taxpayers for all types of tax accounts. The final date to pay without penalty and interest is January 31.
Partial payment
Available to all taxpayers for all types of accounts. Payments can be made after statements are sent out in October, but no formal agreement is established.
Quarter payment plan
Available to qualified residential property owners with a homestead and over-65, disabled person or disabled veteran exemption. At least one-fourth is due by January 31.
Residential homestead agreement
Ellis County explains that this agreement may cover certain delinquent taxes for 12 to 36 months and accrues 1% monthly interest. Contact the office to confirm eligibility.
Current-year taxes have limits
The FAQ explains that monthly installment agreements for delinquent taxes are set up only after they become delinquent on February 1. Current taxes may be paid monthly before January 31, but no current-tax agreement is established.
Ellis County Delinquent Property Taxes, Attorney Collection and Tax Sale Risk
Unpaid taxes become delinquent on February 1. Penalty and interest begin, and delinquent accounts can move toward attorney collection and tax sale procedures.
Ellis County’s FAQ explains that a lawsuit for tax lien foreclosure can be filed with the District Court and a judgment may be granted. With approval from the Tax Office, the delinquent tax attorney can proceed with tax sale procedures. This is why a delinquent tax notice should not be ignored.
Penalty and interest begin February 1
Penalty begins at 6% and increases monthly to a maximum of 12% in July. Interest accrues at 1% per month until paid in full.
Tax attorney collection after July 1
Delinquent accounts for the current year are turned over to tax attorneys for collection on July 1, with collection penalty up to 20% of the unpaid balance.
Specific year payment may need mail or office
The FAQ says online payment does not currently allow choosing which tax year to pay. If you need to designate a specific year, submit payment by mail or in person and indicate the tax year.
Before calling about delinquency
- Search the account online.
- Write down the Tax Office account number.
- Check each tax year owed.
- Save any prior payment proof.
- Ask if a payment agreement applies.
- Confirm if the account is with tax attorneys.
Ask the Tax Office
- What is the current payoff?
- Are attorney fees added?
- Can I make partial payment?
- Can payment be applied to a specific year?
- Do I qualify for quarter payments?
- Is the account in tax sale status?
Ellis County Tax Office vs Ellis Appraisal District: Who Fixes What?
The Ellis County Tax Office collects the tax. The Ellis Appraisal District handles appraised value, ownership, mailing address, exemptions and protest questions.
Ellis County’s FAQ states that placing taxable value on property is not a function of the Tax Assessor-Collector. If the name or address on the statement is wrong, the Appraisal District is responsible for ownership and mailing information. If the appraised value is too high, contact the Appraisal District and watch the May 15 protest deadline listed by the Tax Office.
Tax Office questions
- How much is due?
- Where do I pay?
- Did my payment post?
- Can I get balance details?
- Can I make a payment agreement?
Appraisal District questions
- Why did value increase?
- How do I change mailing address?
- Where is my homestead exemption?
- How do I protest?
- Who updates owner information?
Key dates
April 30 is listed as the last day to file an exemption application. May 15 is listed as the last day to file a protest for the current year.
Ellis County Tax Sales: What Property Owners Should Know
Ellis County’s tax sale page states that tax sales are held online on the first Tuesday of every month at 10:00 am, and payment in full is required from the winning bidder on the day of sale.
For property owners, the more important point is prevention. If your property is delinquent, do not wait until a sale date appears. Confirm the account, contact the Tax Office, ask about payoff or payment agreement options, and get current instructions in writing when possible.
Tax sales are online
Ellis County lists online tax sale auctions and a tax sale property list link. Owners should resolve delinquency before sale procedures escalate.
Payment in full for winning bidder
The tax sale page states that payment in full is required from the winning bidder on the day of sale, and post-judgment taxes may also be due.
Owner action path
Search your tax account, call 972-825-5150, ask for current payoff, and confirm whether attorney collection or tax sale status applies.
Ellis County Tax Certificates and Real Estate Closing Help
Ellis County’s property page says tax certificates can only be purchased at the Waxahachie Tax Office, and the fee is $10 for each tax certificate.
A tax certificate may be needed for a real estate closing, title review, refinance, attorney review or buyer/seller verification. This is different from simply viewing an online balance. If you need a formal certificate, plan for an in-person Waxahachie office step and confirm the current payment method before visiting.
Where to purchase
Tax certificates can only be purchased at the Waxahachie Tax Office according to the Ellis County property page.
Certificate fee
The listed fee is $10 for each tax certificate. Confirm current requirements before relying on the certificate for closing.
Why This Ellis County Tax Collector Page Is Built Like a Helpful Tool
A thin directory page gives only a phone number. A useful page helps the taxpayer finish the real task: pay, search, call, visit, mail, handle partial payments or avoid delinquency.
First screen solves the main job
Payment portal, search help, office phone and delinquent warning are visible before long explanations.
Texas property tax confusion is reduced
The page separates Tax Office, Appraisal District, CAD numbers, Tax Office account numbers, deadlines and protest routes.
Real taxpayer risks are covered
January 31 deadline, February 1 penalty, July attorney collection, payment agreements, tax sales, tax certificates and mortgage escrow issues are explained.
Ellis County Tax Collector Address and Map
The main Ellis County Tax Office is at 302 N Monroe Street, Waxahachie, TX 75165.
Bring if visiting
- Property tax statement
- Tax Office account number
- Property ID or CAD reference number
- Payment method
- Prior receipt or confirmation
- Mortgage escrow proof if relevant
Call before visiting if…
- You need a payment agreement.
- You want a tax certificate.
- You need to apply payment to a specific tax year.
- Your account is delinquent.
- You received a tax sale notice.
- Your mortgage company was supposed to pay.
Official Ellis County Tax Collector Links
Use official Ellis County Tax Office and Ellis Appraisal District links before relying on third-party tax-payment pages or outdated search snippets.
Ellis County Tax Collector FAQ
These answers focus on the questions property owners usually ask when they need to pay, search, call, mail, visit, get a receipt, or prevent delinquency.
Best Way to Use This Ellis County Tax Collector Guide
Use the official Ellis County Search and Pay Taxes portal first. Search by owner name, property address, Tax Office account number, owner ID or CAD reference number. Confirm the property, tax year and account balance before paying.
For office help, call 972-825-5150 or visit the main office at 302 N Monroe Street, Waxahachie, TX 75165. If you are mailing a payment, use P.O. Drawer 188, Waxahachie, TX 75168, include a copy of your statement and write the Property ID and phone number on your check.
Editorial note and official-source warning
This is an independent TaxCollectors.org guide for Ellis County, Texas taxpayers. It is not the official Ellis County Tax Office, Ellis Appraisal District, ACTWeb, Texas DMV, mortgage company, legal adviser or tax adviser.
Before paying, mailing, visiting, relying on a deadline, setting up a payment agreement, requesting a tax certificate, bidding at tax sale or disputing value, verify current details through the Ellis County Tax Office and Ellis Appraisal District official pages. Payment methods, office closures, portal availability, fees, deadlines and account status can change.
Official source shortcuts: Ellis County Property Tax Page, Search and Pay Taxes, Office Locations, and Ellis Appraisal District.